Why go
The public East Gardens occupy the former Honmaru, Ninomaru and Sannomaru compounds of Edo Castle. Palace guided tours provide access to selected inner-ground landmarks but do not enter the residence buildings. Visitors should distinguish the freely walkable outer grounds from the scheduled East Gardens and controlled…
What to look for
- The public East Gardens occupy the former Honmaru, Ninomaru and Sannomaru compounds of Edo Castle.
- Palace guided tours provide access to selected inner-ground landmarks but do not enter the residence buildings.
- Visitors should distinguish the freely walkable outer grounds from the scheduled East Gardens and controlled…
Useful to know
- Check The Imperial Palace’s official calendar before visiting because access can vary by date or season.
- Plan The Imperial Palace for fair weather and start early when you want quieter paths and more flexible pacing.
Your next visit
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Outdoor visit · 30–45 min
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